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Hey there, members! Happy Wednesday afternoon to each and every one of you. If things aren't quite as bright and cheery as you'd like, member @Suzanne rose has a lovely reminder that might bring a little sunshine your way. ☀️ Of course, the SDC team and I (James) are here for you, too! Whether you need a friendly chat or some support, feel free to reach out anytime.

Breaking News

Former Governor-General Bill Hayden's wife has passed away at 87, just months after his death.
Major brands such as Guzman y Gomez and Dan Murphy's have been hit by a cyber attack.
A go-to drink from Coles and Woolies and a popular vehicle were recalled over health and safety concerns.

Lifestyle and General News

Have you ever wondered why society tends to brush off those who have less?
Aside from being overlooked by society, the underprivileged are also facing a health crisis.
What makes a place truly ‘accessible’, and should we be setting higher standards?
Internet problems? Try comparing your broadband prices and plans to find one better suited to your needs*!
Check out this recipe member @Babybird shared. You'll wish you had tried it sooner!
Space travel: Was it worth it? And what does the average Aussie think about it?

Health and Wellness

In one state, a fiery debate emerged: Should people have access to this controversial medical service?
Then, what would happen after pushing through with it? One ‘ethical’ dilemma arises.
Is the steep cost of cigarettes Down Under actually slamming the brakes on smoking?
With that said, is this alternative really safer?
If you're ditching booze for good, then 'zero alcohol' drinks might not be your best bet.
Sex Over 60: All parts of your body age, but what really goes on down there as you get older?
Can stress and mental disorders contribute to Alzheimer's disease? Here's what scientists suggest.
Speaking of mental health, these treatments work wonders for some, but for others, it’s the opposite…

Entertainment

Do you reckon supermarket labels apply underwater, too? Find out in member @mick.idgaf’s joke!
Get ready for a TV night like no other with our lineup of entertainment delights.
If games are more your thing, we have SDC Crossword, Word Explorers, Solitaire, Trivia, and Bingo.
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Today's Afternoon Trivia

The formula a^2 + b^2 = c^2 is also known as...

Source: Live Life King Size

A	Black-Scholes Equation

B	Euler's theorem

C	Pythagorean theorem

D	Newton's Law of Gravity

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Check out this joke by member @mOiOz; we bet it'll have you thinking, ‘Oh, if only THIS is possible…’

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Today's deals of the day

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Wednesday, 22 November

What's the image saying?

Source: The Seniors Discount Club

What word is this image is trying to 'spell' out? If you think you know the correct answer, post it here.

Curious about the last game? See if you got the correct answer.

Fun & Games

Want to try some other new and challenging games?
Head to our games forum here!

Fact of the day

Largest stop-motion puppet ever built

Image Source: LAIKA Studios/Facebook

Did you know that for the animated film Kubo and the Two Strings, the team at LAIKA Studios built the largest stop-motion puppet ever? The skeleton weighed 181 kilograms and stood at 4.9 metres from head to toe, with a wingspan of 7 metres.

WORD OF THE DAY

Slake

To satisfy or quench. For example: ‘He took a sip to slake his thirst.’ Pronounced as SLAYK.

Quote of the day

‘If you can’t win with words, then show them a good example!’

— Stephen Richards

Today's trivia answer:

The formula for the Pythagorean theorem is a^2 + b^2 = c^2.